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Mercy House

Interim Shelter Specialist (4863)

riverside, CA

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Job description

Status : Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Seasonal Payrate : $20.50/ Hour Schedule : Tuesday-Wednesday: 7:00am-3:00pm, Thursday-Friday: 6:00pm-10:00pm, Sunday: 6:00pm-11:00pm, Monday, Saturday: Off

This is a seasonal position with a tentative end date of 07/01/2026. Please note that this end date is subject to change at any time.

Reports to: Site Lead

Department: Emergency Shelter

Region: Riverside County

Job Summary: The Shelter Specialist is responsible for providing supportive services and logistical support to the Emergency Shelter Program during designated shifts. Key duties include assisting with shelter setup, maintaining the cleanliness of the facility, and conducting neighborhood patrols. This role also requires crisis intervention and trauma-informed service delivery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Shelter Support

Goal: Ensure a safe and client-focused environment for guests to quickly end their homelessness

Assist in the implementation of shelter activities to ensure quality, guest-focused, and trauma-informed delivery of services

Encourage and discuss progress toward housing with shelter guests

Assist with shelter setup and maintenance

Assist with general cleanliness and safety of facility including emptying trash cans and cleaning up spills

Assist with receiving and verifying orders from vendors, completing tally sheets

Post and update signs and service calendars

Audio Equipment set up and monitoring

Assist in the organization of supplies and facilities needs

Conduct neighborhood patrols to minimize potential impact on the surrounding community

Administration

Goal : Oversee administrative duties that support program services Assist with keeping detailed daily summary sheets

Assist with record keeping and reporting

Miscellaneous Assist with guest services and program activities if necessary

Complete ad hoc projects as appointed by Supervisor

Experience Possess a high level of tolerance and understanding for individuals who present for services with urgent multiple case management and health needs

Ensure a client-focused, trauma-informed, and housing-focused shelter approach

Ability to perform crisis intervention as needed

General Ability to work effectively with a diverse population; plan, organize and prioritize duties; perform crisis intervention as needed; clearly communicate information and instructions verbally and in written form; maintain a positive, professional and safe environment while on duty; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Dependability, responsibility, and the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully

Fluency in Spanish is of significant value

Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds

Prolonged periods of standing and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Physical Requirements Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds

Prolonged periods of standing and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Worksite address

riverside, CA, 92504, US

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